Thailand's leg of the Olympic torch run got off to a peaceful start Saturday, as thousands of flag-waving supporters in Bangkok's Chinatown celebrated while a lone protester stood nearby.
No trouble was reported along the route as about 100 human rights demonstrators faced off against an equal number of China supporters across from each other on the road where the torch passed.
From a stage by a large red Chinese-style gate, Thai dignitaries and the Chinese ambassador delivered brief speeches praising their countries' ties as athletes stood readying the torch for the relay.
Many in the festive crowd of onlookers waved Chinese and Thai flags.
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